2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 438 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 96 L |